Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

67.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight885g / 31.22oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €850.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

Daiwa 20 Airity LT

Spinning

91.60 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.47 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight160g / 5.64oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €255.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and gear ratio (5.1:1). While Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
With a score like 8.93 out of 10 (160g / 5,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
With an outstanding bearing score of 10 out of 10 (8), the reel offers top tier smoothness. Ideal for anglers who appreciate premium feel